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What to Know About Indiana Property Tax Law
- A new Indiana law began phasing in relief for property taxes in 2026, offering homeowners a 10% tax credit up to $300.
- An extra $150 credit applies to homeowners aged 65 and older under the new law.
- Farm land assessments will be modified to help reduce farmers' property tax bills.
- The law increases the business personal property exemption from $80,000 to $2 million.
- Two-thirds of homeowners are expected to see lower bills in 2026 compared with 2025.
- The law allows deferral of up to $500 of the yearly tax bill, up to $10,000 total over time.
- AARP Indiana supported a provision allowing deferral of part of the tax bill.
- Analysts note potential revenue losses for cities and counties as a result of the tax changes.
- Some counties faced double-digit tax bill increases despite overall relief.
- AARP Indiana plans virtual events to educate homeowners about the law's provisions.
- The law’s rollout includes resources directing residents to aarp.org/inpropertytaxes.
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